High School English Teacher

Boston College High School

$57K — $118K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Passion for literature and teaching English to diverse high school students.
  • Bachelor's degree in English (master's degree preferred, not required).
  • Previous high school English teaching experience (preferred, not required).
  • Strong foundation in literature, language, and writing.
  • Enthusiasm for collaboration and self-reflection in teaching practices.
  • Commitment to support Jesuit values and practices around diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

  • Teach four sections of high school English covering multiple grade levels/courses.
  • Serve as a mentor to students, fostering personal and academic growth.
  • Fulfill assigned prefecting roles within the school community.
  • Develop engaging lesson plans that meet curriculum standards.
  • Reflect on and adapt teaching methods to improve student learning.
  • Collaborate with fellow teachers to enhance departmental initiatives.

Benefits

  • Supportive environment for professional development and collaboration.
  • Opportunities for mentorship within a values-driven educational framework.
  • Engagement with a diverse student body and inclusive school culture.
Full Job Description
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This job entails teaching four sections of high school English across at least two different grade levels/courses. In addition to classroom English instruction, this teacher will also need to fulfill various student mentoring and prefecting roles throughout the school.

Requirements

SELECTION CRITERIA
  • A passion for literature and teaching English to high school students of different abilities and backgrounds.
  • A bachelor's degree in English (a master's degree in English, Education, or other relevant field preferred, but not required).
  • Previous experience teaching English at the high school level (preferred, but not required).
  • A strong foundation in and knowledge of literature, language, and the craft of writing.
  • A willingness and enthusiasm to work in a collaborative department and also reflect on and develop one's own pedagogy.
  • A commitment to working within and supporting both BC High's Jesuit identity and its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.

Salary: Commensurate with academic attainment and years of applicable teaching experience: $57,000-$118,000 annually

Salary Description

$57,00-$118,000

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